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PETER PAN PRESCHOOL
5.0
She is absolutely amazing! She cared for my son from the time he was 2 months old all the way up to Kindergarten. She is extremely proficient, professional and has great policy's and procedures. The kids take several field trips. She's very fair and very friendly. She can't be beat!!
- Angie D.
COLIBRI PRESCHOOL
5.0
I have two children that have attended for three years each. When I drop them off I know they are safe, loved, learning and having fun!
- Julia B.
Sunshine House Martinez
5.0
My family has been at Sunshine House for 2 years now and I have not had one regret leaving my child with them. They have wonderful, caring teachers. Their center is always clean. They offer fabulous activities both structured and unstructured. The kids are never bored.....there are tons of...
- Genny M
KidarooCare
5.0
Ms. Jay was my sons Preschool inclusion Teacher at Brookside HeadStart. She is so loving and patient! My son was having a really difficult time, continuously getting kicked out of childcare settings. I truly believe she helped my son be able to be in a setting without extreme behavior outburst, to...
- Bailey T
Caterpillar Kids Daycare
5.0
My son (15m) is lucky enough to go to CKD. I cannot say enough good things about them. They are so warm and loving. My son eats wonderful meals and gets plenty of time outside. This is my first child and I was very nervous to put him in daycare, but I feel like I struck gold.
- Care member
Child care centers in El Cerrito, CA
Children’s Garden Montessori School is a small home-based Montessori and play-based preschool in El Cerrito for children 17 months – 5 years old. We believe in following the spirit of the child and honoring each child’s independence and unique learning style. Our director, Alaina Benner, has 35...
Gymboree Play & Music / El Cerrito Plaza
704 El Cerrito Plaza, El Cerrito, CA
Gymboree Play & Music has been fostering creativity and confidence in children ages birth-5 for over 41 years. Today there are several hundred locations in multiple countries, making us the global leader in early childhood development programs. Designed by experts, our age-appropriate activities...
Tatis Family Daycare
2011 Junction Ave, El Cerrito, CA
Tatis Family Daycare is a state-licensed child care center that serves children and families residing in El Cerrito, California. The company’s services are open to young children, infants to toddlers. The company focuses on play and small-group activities. Potty training is also available for...
El Cerrito Preschool & Daycare Co Op
7200 Moeser Ln, El Cerrito, CA
El Cerrito Preschool & Daycare Co-op in El Cerrito, CA offers a supportive, happy, and safe environment that contributes to the whole child's development. They believe that the kids are unique individuals with different intellectual, physical, emotional, and social skills. They provide various...
PRIDE & JOY PRESCHOOL, INC.
1226 Liberty St, El Cerrito, CA
The Pride and Joy Preschool in El Cerrito, California offers childcare and education for two year old children through kindergarten. Their program provides activities that stimulate the children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical growth at their own pace. They also encourage the children to...
Keystone Montessori School
6639 Blake St, El Cerrito, CA
Keystone Montessori School is a preschool located in El Cerrito, CA that provides a stimulating environment for children ages eighteen months through Kindergarten based on the educational principles of Dr. Maria Montessori. Keystone's approach focuses on creativity, community, socialization,...
5.0
(2)
To provide a nurturing environment where self-concepts are enhanced, independence encouraged, social skills acquired and individuality respected. To provide children with opportunities to gain competence in a variety of skills such as; art, science, music, movement, and language arts, through hands...
5.0
"She is absolutely amazing! She cared for my son from the time he was 2 months old all the way up to Kindergarten. She is extremely proficient, professional and has great policy's and procedures. The kids take several field trips. She's very fair and very friendly....
Angie D.
5.0
(3)
Colibrí is a Spanish Immersion Preschool in Oakland, CA founded by two teachers who wanted to share the love for their Latin American language and culture with the children and families of our community.
We are a warm and loving community that promotes an environment where children become...
5.0
"I would give them a 100 if I could, and I am hard to please when it comes to my child. At Colibri they have the tangible love and care you would give your own child. They have the structure and academic rigor you want to see in the education you give your child....
Natalia C.
Sunshine House Martinez
4950 Pacheco Blvd, Martinez, CA
5.0
(1)
Thanks for Choosing Sunshine House Preschool
Brentwood, Oakley, and Martinez CA!
3 things parents say they like most about Sunshine House:
1. Our teachers and their longevity
2. Our cleanliness and systematic organization
3. When their child's kindergarten teacher says, "I love it
when I...
5.0
"My family has been at Sunshine House for 2 years now and I have not had one regret leaving my child with them. They have wonderful, caring teachers. Their center is always clean. They offer fabulous activities both structured and unstructured. The kids are...
Genny M
KidarooCare
127 Dempsey Way, Rodeo, CA
5.0
(1)
KidarooCare offers a Holistic Approach supporting the child and family. We provide an Individual Education Plan for all children. Daily communication via technology including pictures and any updates throughout the day.
We provide:
Nutritional Meals and Snacks
Diapers and wipes
Supportive...
5.0
"Ms. Jay was my sons Preschool inclusion Teacher at Brookside HeadStart. She is so loving and patient! My son was having a really difficult time, continuously getting kicked out of childcare settings. I truly believe she helped my son be able to be in a setting...
Bailey T
Caterpillar Kids Daycare
906 Channing Way C, Berkeley, CA
5.0
(1)
Caterpillar Daycare Monday through Friday
3 months to 5 years
* CPR, First Aid & Preventative Health
5.0
"My son (15m) is lucky enough to go to CKD. I cannot say enough good things about them. They are so warm and loving. My son eats wonderful meals and gets plenty of time outside. This is my first child and I was very nervous to put him in daycare, but I feel like I...
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Welcome to Oak Center Little People Academy! 🌳 We are a 501(c)3 non-profit offering a play-based preschool program for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Our curriculum is all about sparking children's love for learning, not just teaching them. Every child, teacher, and parent is a treasured part...
7227 - La Petite Academy on Lakeside Drive
3891 Lakeside Drive, RICHMOND, CA
We provide nurturing day care and creative learning in a safe, home-like environment. Our School Readiness Pathway was designed to empower you with educational options to create the most fitting path for your child and to address each child's specific developmental needs. We offer specialized...
We proudly offer a positive, child-centered preschool experience that fosters a love of learning in a nurturing community.
In each child, we strive to cultivate: autonomy, a sense of belonging, respect for others, and an enthusiasm for exploration and learning.
The Little Room
181 Holiday Hills Dr, Martinez, CA
Hi! I'm Emma. A stay-at-home mom who loves kids, crafts and FUN! I started as a nanny and loved it so much I decided to make my business grow. The little room is a place for little minds to explore. From free play to water games. Inside is a world of crafts, games and make believe. When the sun is...
Guava Care
916 Apgar St, Oakland, CA
Guava Care is a team of women supporting San Francisco Bay Area families. We provide non-medical services from pregnancy through the baby's first 4 years, specializing in prenatal education, birth coaching, newborn and infant care, pediatric sleep consulting, and early development support.
We have...
Broadway Children'S School Of Oakland, Inc.
394 ADAMS STREET, OAKLAND, CA
ALL OF OUR PROGRAMS ARE PART-TIME, either 2 or 3 days per week, with specific schedules listed below. At Broadway Children's School, our play-based programs reflect the belief that every child is unique and special, and we nurture and encourage that sense of individuality so that each child will...
TULIP CHILD CARE LLC/PINOLE MONTESSORI
2612 APPIAN WAY, PINOLE, CA
We're a great a preschool based out of Pinole, CA. We are serving children of age group of 18 months to six years. You and your little one will be making a grand transition from home or a child care to preschool life, an outer world and we would love you to part of it. I would recommend you come...
KiTa on Kains
1116 Kains Ave, Albany, CA
Kita on Kains is a German bilingual daycare located in an intimate home setting. We immerse your child playfully in a German/English environment from an early age.
We are a licensed daycare located in a small intimate home setting with a spacious backyard play area. We offer a warm and nurturing...
Angel Academy
2215 Marin Ave, Berkeley, CA
Angel Academy serves children and their families in the most loving and present way. We are based upon a heart-centered pedagogy: Helping the children find their breath, love their emotions, and stand in their freedom. Our teachers have over 15 years of experience in holistic pedagogy, such as...
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in El Cerrito, CA
What are the benefits of child care centers near me in El Cerrito, CA?
Child care centers near you in El Cerrito, CA provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.
What will my child do at a child care center near me in El Cerrito, CA?
A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in El Cerrito, CA have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.
How can I find a child care center near me in El Cerrito, CA?
You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in El Cerrito, CA. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.